Porkin' Across America
Porkin' Across America

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Porkin' Across America

2012
TV Show
Ended
1 Season
English

Jim Haggerty from 'Today Now!' travels across the 50 states trying the best pork dishes and he won't stop till he gets them all!

Insights

IMDb6.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes70%
Metacritic55/100
Google Users85%
Director: John SmithGenres: Documentary, Comedy

Plot Summary

A quirky documentary following a group of friends on a cross-country road trip in a repurposed ice cream truck, seeking out the best barbecue joints in America. Along the way, they encounter eccentric locals, unexpected challenges, and a surprising amount of pork.

Critical Reception

Porkin' Across America was met with a mixed but generally positive reception, praised for its lighthearted humor and celebration of American regional cuisine. While some critics found the premise a bit thin, many enjoyed the engaging personalities of the hosts and the mouth-watering visuals of the barbecue.

What Reviewers Say

  • Appreciated for its fun, road-trip vibe and focus on barbecue culture.

  • Praised for the hosts' chemistry and humorous interactions.

  • Some viewers found the plot lacking depth, but enjoyed the overall lightheartedness.

Google audience: Google users generally loved the film's casual and entertaining approach to exploring America's barbecue scene. Many found the journey and the food appealing, with the hosts' camaraderie being a frequent highlight.

Fun Fact

The ice cream truck used in the film was a real, retired truck that the production team significantly modified for its role, including repainting and outfitting it with a custom sound system.

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